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kitsapken
a Weekend Warrior
from Gig Harbor, WADate Reviewed: April 16, 2011
Strengths: Very durable and light weight. Simple and effective design. Easy to install and adjust.Weaknesses: None so farBottom Line: I have friends that use these on their mountain bikes for years and love them, so I picked them up today at my LBS for my commuter bike. Easy instructions (if you need them) and they went on in about 20 min. This is a perfect solution if you don't want to go clipless. Toe clips hit fenders and with these I had no issues with toe rub. Easy to install and adjust. This is a great design that is simple and does the job of keeping your foot on the pedal. The material is more stiff and strong then what it looks and it holds shape for easy on/off for mounts and dismounts.
Only problem I had was that the bag of hardware was short 2 lock nuts. The product deserves 5 chilis but I'm only giving 4 because of this. Kind of a pet peeve of mine when something you buy which requires installation is missing hardware.
Favorite Trail: Banner
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: none
Bike Setup: Redline R550 road bike with platform pedals
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patrick
a Cross Country Rider
from San Francisco, CA, USADate Reviewed: February 23, 2010
Strengths: relatively inexpensiveWeaknesses: hard to get in to, do not fit as manufacturer recommendsBottom Line: I bought these for my fixed gear bike. They make a version that is supposed to be specific to fixed gear, but I found them unusable.
First, at the smallest setting it was still too large, even though I wear a size 11 shoe.
If that had been the only problem I could have dealt with it, but far worse was the fact that they were extremely difficult to get my feet in. The first was easy as I could do it at a stop, but the second was almost impossible.
This may be a problem specific to fixed gear bicycles, as you do not have the luxury of holding the pedals in a fixed position due to the lack of a freewheel, but as this version of the product is advertised as being designed for fixed gear, I feel it should be usable for a fixie. I think the problem is that the bands are not stiff enough to stand up on their own, so if you miss it the first time, they get flattened and are difficult to correct. On two 10 mile rides I was only able to get both feet in the straps once out of about 30 or more attempts.
Don't buy these for fixed gear bikes.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$29.00
Purchased At: manufacturer
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dft
a Downhiller
from san diegoDate Reviewed: October 23, 2009
Strengths: everythingWeaknesses: i only get about 8 months from a give strap since i ride pretty hard.Bottom Line: i have been riding these for 10+ years and absolutly love them. i take offense to someone saying they are not for hardcore/technical riding. i've ridden every type of terrain you can (i'm pretty much a freerider) and they continue to be my favorite product. i just spent 5 weeks of riding whistler in them, pure awesomeness. i've done 13 foot drops, 30 foot gaps, high narrow skinnies, ultra steep descents (ride-don't slide, gargemel, lower joyride) and they perform flawlessly. i am 100% a lifetime user of this product.
Favorite Trail: ride-don't slide
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
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mrcaseyman
a Weekend Warrior
from VictorDate Reviewed: October 9, 2009
Weaknesses: Sizing incorrectly stated on websiteBottom Line: I ordered the exta long as their website says to do if you wear a sizes 12 or larger. They were WAY to long. I had to shorten them to get them to fit at all.
In use I could not get my feet into them unless I reached down and tugged them over my shoes. In practice they were horrible. My feet would pop out on hitting bumps on the trail. I would not suggest these for mountain bike riding on any rough or technical trails.
Favorite Trail: Dryer Park
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: bikeisland.com
Similar Products Used: Toe Clips and clipless
Bike Setup: 29er
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slychild
a Cross Country Rider
from UtahDate Reviewed: September 14, 2009
Strengths: They workWeaknesses: Takes a little time to learn to get in quicklyBottom Line: I loved these first time I used them I had to bail very quickly and I did as fast as platforms. I like the way you can decrease or increase the hold without stopping like when I'm headed for a steep downhill rock garden I just back out 1/4 to 1/2 inch and fill very safe then I tilt my feet out push in and tilt in and there solid. No other pedal can do this. I did not buy them to save money as I can afford any pedal shoe combo. I am so glad I tried these. I did grind the bottom of my shoes almost smooth in the front as you don't need the tread and it only slows an exit. If Power Grip ever makes a shoe for there pedal I'm sure it will have a smooth bottom.
Favorite Trail: Ice Box Canyon @ Snow Basin
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$90.00
Purchased At: CBO
Bike Setup: Blur full XTR, Fox F120 RLC, RP23
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konaguzzi
a Weekend Warrior
from new zealandDate Reviewed: August 29, 2009
Strengths: cheap simple and work bloody well best option i have yet tested or tried i race with them they do not clog up play up and last very wellWeaknesses: very poor service in new zealand we usualy get ripped off (this time i did not)but no one seems to stock them here any moreBottom Line: i will have to order power grips from states but if that is what it takes i will do it,i love them easy simple bloody marvelous (the next lot will cost just a little more)these are suitable for any one to use if you like toe clips these are better easier to get out of in a crash than clipless pedals
Favorite Trail: middle ridge
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$13.00
Purchased At: on yer bike
Similar Products Used: have tried ritchy clipless ,saak low fat with toe clips
Bike Setup: kona manomano fox vanilla air, marzocchi bomber z3 front forks,203mm front rotor, 125mm rear rotor,hays hydrolic mixed setup,x9 rear derailleur,xt front, hutch bear trap pedals with powergrips!!!!
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mwelch
a Weekend Warrior
from 2pacbell,netDate Reviewed: August 26, 2009
Strengths: EASY ENTRANCE AND EXIT. VERY NATURAL FEEL. REPLACED STOCK PEDDLES WITH OLDER SHIMANIOS. ON TIGHT SINGLE TRACKS, VERY EAST TO BAILWeaknesses: PERHAPS THEY ARE SLIGHTLY OVER PRICED. THEIR STOCK PEDDLE IS NOT THE BSET GRADE.Bottom Line: I TELL RIDERS ABOUT THESE ALL THE TIME. THEY COMPLAIN ABOUT GETTING STUCK IN THEIR CLIPLESS PEDDLES AND GOING DOWN. 15 YEARS AGO, I STARTED USING POWER GRIPS, WENT TO CLIPLESS AND SWITCHED BACK. THESE PROVIDE WHAT I NEED, FOR THE TYPE OF RIDDING THAT I DO.
THEY ARE PROBABLY NOT FOR THE HARD CORE OR THE FASHION COUNSCIOUS.
Favorite Trail: ROARING CAMP/ WILDERS RANCH
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At: NASHBAR
Similar Products Used: CANDYS, RITCHEY COMP.
Bike Setup: RITCHEY ULTRA
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Furious Rod
a Weekend Warrior
from Delray Beach, FLDate Reviewed: April 9, 2009
Strengths: Affordable, Secure, works with platform pedals, can wear any kind of shoe, easy to get in and out ofWeaknesses: Not for aggressive ridingBottom Line: If you are looking for something to give you a little more pedal security for casual around the town riding these are for you.
I have these on my town cruiser and they work great. I wear a size 12 shoe and usually wear soft soled sneakers and the regular sized grips work great. They work with platform pedals so if you have large/wide feet this is a solid option.
I wouldn't compare these against riding with cages or clipless because there's no comparison in terms of security and feel. If you need something for agressive riding, I would not use these. If you have big feet or want to walk around when off your bike these work well.
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: Ben's Cycles
Bike Setup: Surly Steamroller
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buddhak
a Weekend Warrior
from PhiladelphiaDate Reviewed: October 28, 2008
Strengths: Cheap, simple, durable, easy to get your foot in/out, actually helps when you grind up hills, bridges the gap between clipless and platform pedals nicely, you can wear any shoes you like, bigtime floatWeaknesses: Can be difficult to enter at times...just like any pedal retention system. This improves with time (pedal and rider break-in), but the design has some permanent limitations here that will make it frustrating for those who are used to clipless pedals.Bottom Line: I have used these pedals ever since my m545s and my beloved clover platforms both bit the dust. I didn't have the cash to afford a nice clipless shoe & pedal combo, and frankly I was looking to simplify everything. I tried the Power Grips after hearing about them for years and after reading Grant Peterson's appraisal after his GDR experience. It was a frustrating first couple of months, but now that the leather is supple and broken-in, entry-exit is pretty good. More predictable in fact that with my m545s. This is a great product for folks who cannot justify spending $300+ on pedal/shoe combos or for folks who want the benefits of platform pedals but could use some added pedal retention. All in all, it has become quite clear to me why this product has been around for over a decade. It is a very effective and useful pedal for mtb riding.
BTW, I ride 1-2x/week in the rocky mid-atlantic. I do not race...yet. I would like to try a decent set of clipless shoes and pedals one of these days, but it has become harder to justify that expense now that I have this experience with Power Grips. This is essentially a no risk investment if you are looking for a new pedal option in our melting economy. 5 chilis for value, easy. 5 chilis overall because despite certain limitations, this product does its stated job well. like any good simple machine.
Favorite Trail: Wissahickon creek
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At: Pricepoint
Similar Products Used: Shimano m545 clipless, Wellgo and Clover platforms, toe clips w/ straps (90's chic)
Bike Setup: Surly KM rigid SS, shoes: addidas sambas
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roadandmtb
a Weekend Warrior
from TNDate Reviewed: September 18, 2008
Weaknesses: Occasionally hard to get into, but you get used to it.Bottom Line: I couldn't get clipless adjusted right, so I had some knee pain. I figured out that I need to have the freedom to adjust my foot position depending on the terrain. Couldn't do that with clipless, and I don't like cage/strap. I tried Powergrips and the knee pain disappeared. I have them on all of my bikes now - road and off-road. I have not had problems getting my size 13's into them (as some have indicated). I like being able to walk in my bike shoes, and I use mtb shoes with non-aggressive sole. This helps with getting into and out of the straps.
This setup works for me!
Favorite Trail: WarnerPark, Lock4
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$20.00
Similar Products Used: Clipless, cage/strap
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Max
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from Seoul, South KoreaDate Reviewed: April 5, 2008
Bottom Line: I went through the hassle of acquiring the "extra long" set because of the comments I'd read here, and am irritated to report that my size 12 shoes fit too loose even at the tightest setting. The standard sized straps should fit everyone, unless you bike with thick-soled combat boots.
Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only
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Paul Strong
a Weekend Warrior
from Eugene OregonDate Reviewed: April 2, 2008
Strengths: It is simple, more efficient than toe clips and cheap. I also like the fact that I don't have to adjust them if I wear different shoes and they are really easy to get your foot free.Weaknesses: I think they put uneven forces to work on your pedals- I ripped part one of mine- but then, I have really cheap pedals. They also don't help like clipless for climbs.Bottom Line: If you want something cheap that helps you go faster, go for it. I'm putting clipless on my Madison and moving the powergrips to my Karate Monkey- next step up....
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At: Performance Bike
Similar Products Used: Look, SPD, toeclips and just platforms.
Bike Setup: Schwinn Madison.
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Jer
a Weekend Warrior
from San Diego, CADate Reviewed: February 2, 2008
Strengths: Very "locked in" feel but easy to get out of when you need to. Hardware seems well made. Pedals are cheap, but only cost $10 more than the strap kit alone.Weaknesses: Strap causes pedal to flip upside-down, making re-entry a bit difficult.Bottom Line: Got the kit with the sport pedals for $29 as an alternative to purchasing shoes and cleats for my Shimano 959 pedals that came with the bike (I've been using the plastic flat inserts with them). So far, they work great and seem like a good compromise over riding locked in.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$29.00
Purchased At: Price point
Similar Products Used: Cages and straps many years ago
Bike Setup: GT IDXC cross-country.
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Rich B
a Cross Country Rider
from NJDate Reviewed: August 12, 2007
Strengths: Great control, easy in and out, works with almost any MTB pedalWeaknesses: None so farBottom Line: I have been riding this setup for a few months now and I am amazed how something so simple could be the answer to all my pedal prayers. I stopped riding clipless because they were a little inconvenient in and out and I am a somewhat aggressive XC rider and tend to do things that make me have to get out of the pedals quick sometimes. The cage thing was a pain, having to reach down and tighten the strap every time and it just comes loose again. The control was iffy at best. Clipless were just a little too positive and hard to bail from. Power Grips are the perfect compromise. They are just a fraction less positive then clipless, but a world more positive than cages. You can bail from them as quick as you take your foot off the pedal, but when you want them to hold they are almost like clipless. Perfect for aggressive off road riders! Road riders should stick with clipless.
Favorite Trail: Mercer or Clayton NJ
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Similar Products Used: Speedplay Frogs, cage pedals
Bike Setup: Fetish Discipline frame with XT and Marzocchi Flylight fork, Nashbar discs
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Peter Beckman
a Weekend Warrior
from BloomingtonDate Reviewed: August 5, 2007
Strengths: Very cheap, ease of use for anyoneWeaknesses: not as tight a fit versus clipless for upstroke pedalingBottom Line: I love these. I was going to "graduate" to clipless, but I think these get me 80% of the way. I don't have to mess with re-learning clipless and not dealing with falling over because I was unable to unclip. Highly recommended.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At: ebay
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